Bespoke Learning Simulations form pixelfountain

How We Can Help:� We can develop learning simulations (serious games) that

can be used in workshops to achieve a number of learningoutcomes in your organisation.

� We can develop standalone simulations that sit on yourserver or intranet.

� And while this document concentrates on learningsimulations, we can of course design & develop e-Learning.

Our Companypixelfountain has been developing learning simulations forover 10 years. Some of these simulations have become part ofour workshop portfolio and others have developed for use onour web site and on clients’ web sites.

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The rest of this document looks at how a learning simulationcan be used in a variety of ways, providing value for money. Itexplains how the development of the learning simulationcould be learning in its own right, and how delivery could beundertaken by local trainers.

pixelfountain’s innovative learning simulations (serious games) provide a flexible solution to an arrayof learning, development, and engagement issues.

Learning Simulations in Your Organisation

2nd July 2010

What is a Learning Simulationpixelfountain’s learning simulations are virtual computer-based worldsthat simulate an organisation and its interactions with stakeholders.

Learning simulations model complex relationships and decision making.They are played as an interactive exercise within a workshop and allowdelegates to explore virtual scenarios, improve understanding of inter-relationshipsand effective long term decision making. Learning simulations used in workshopscreate dialogue and build relationships.

Learning simulations can also be used standalone on the Internet or intranets.

Bespoke DevelopmentUsing our experience from developing eight generic learning simulations, we candevelop bespoke learning simulations to fit specific needs and sectors.

We can work with clients in a traditional manner (subject expertise anddevelopment), or we can turn the development process into a series of design /learning workshops. This Learning Through Modelling (LTM)approach blurs theboundary between learning and consultancy. Delegates are able to gain adifferent perspective and think about how things should work. In this way, thedevelopment and running of the simulation can provide real-world strategicguidance.

Our current portfolio of learning simulations have won many plaudits from seniorcivil servants, ministers, and independent consultants. And our Regen-IT producthas recently been recognised by the Homes and Communities Agency.

Innovative Approach: learning simulations enable the complexities oforganisations and processes to be explained in a manner not possiblewith traditional approaches ...

LearningSimulation

Induction

Recruitment

ValuesAlignment

TeamBuilding

Flexibility: A single learning simulation can anchor many programmes and events.An initial investment will deliver value for money for years to come ...

SupplyChains

StakeholderEngagement

HumanResources

SustainabilityTraining

StaffTraining

Away Days

StrategyDevelopment

LeadershipDevelopment

OrganisationalDevelopment

Corporate Social Responsibility

Flexibility: A single learning simulation can anchor many programmes and events.An initial investment will deliver value for money for years to come ...

InductionUsing a learning simulation within an induction programme, enables the complexity of the organisationand its values to be explored within a shared learning experience.

RecruitmentLearning simulations provide an excellent way to spot talent and team working ability.

Values Alignment and Staff TrainingLearn by doing provides an engaging experience and a vehicle to practice skills and behaviours.

Leadership and Strategy DevelopmentLearning simulations provide an excellent vehicle to look at organisations from a joined-up and “bigpicture” perspective. And, learning simulations can be used as a precursor to strategy development orto test ideas.

Away Days, Team Building and Supply Chain ImprovementsLearning simulations provide a meaningful way to get teams / partners working together. As in thereal world, success in a learning simulation is determined by an ability to collaborate.

Stakeholder EngagementLearning simulations can bring diverse groups together and allow everyone to have an input.Stakeholders are able to gain a better understanding of the complexity of the organisation.

Sustainability Trainingpixelfountain’s expertise and the power of learning simulations to model complexity, lend themselvesto subjects such as sustainable development, regeneration, and governance.

Dynamic main screen >>> View Reports >>> Purchase Decisions >>> Judgement (Score)

Development & Dissemination Model: pixelfountain works with experts to createbespoke learning simulations that can be delivered by local trained trainers ...

Managers Training Dept Frontline Staff

pixelfountainDEVELOPMENT

Local TeamDELIVERY

New Staff Existing Staff Stakeholders Suppliers

Learning through Modelling (LTM): Learning simulation aredeveloped with assistance of employees from the client. But, this

can go beyond subject matter expertise. In fact, LTM sessionswould allow real priorities, and decisions to be factored into the

simulation model. These LTM sessions enable the delegates to lookat the organisation in a completely unique way.

Train the Trainer: We can deliver train-the-trainer courses andmentor a Local Delivery Team. Train-the-trainer can further addto value for money. An alternative approach is co-delivery withpixelfountain trainers.

Contact:Mary Dees

[email protected]

www.pixelfountain.co.uk